Atop a volcanic lava formation that solidified thousands of years ago on the outskirts of Reykjavík, the capital of Iceland, you can see what appear to be several large air conditioners - as many as cargo containers - for construction. of a building. This extraterrestrial vision - which gives the finishing touch to a landscape that seems extraterrestrial - is unique not only for its appearance, but also for its function: it is the first viable system in the world to remove CO2 from the environment and trap it underground. The project was developed by the company Climework with the idea that "in order to really achieve the goal of global carbon dioxide emissions, we need solutions for the removal of carbon dioxide from the air" and is the first of its kind today https://www.bbc.com/mundo/articles/c3gx8ze2ylmo?utm_campaign=later-linkinbio-bbcmundo&utm_content=later-42805161&utm_medium=social&utm_source=linkin.bio in operation .
CO2: cómo funciona en Islandia la primera planta que captura el gas y lo transforma en roca - BBC News Mundo
En Islandia está funcionando la primera planta del mundo que recoge el CO2 del aire y lo lleva bajo tierra.
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When Mariola Urgellés completed her chemical engineering thesis at the University of Costa Rica, her trips to the beach were constant. There, with the sea breezes and the strong sun, she began to wonder about the effect that sunscreens have on the environment. This is how the idea of Sunspectra began to take shape, her company dedicated to the manufacture of sunscreen and makeup from agricultural waste. Today, at 30 years old, Mariola, stands out as one of the winners of the “25 Women in Science” award, awarded by the firm 3M. This award recognizes women whose projects offer innovative solutions to face the challenges of climate change. Sunspectra sells sunscreen and makeup from fruit waste such as papaya and guava that will not be sold to the final public. Due to their chemical composition, the products are friendly to marine corals, as they do not include ingredients such as oxybenzone or parabens, which are harmful to these species. https://www.nacion.com/economia/negocios/sunspectra-el-emprendimiento-que-crea-maquillaje-y/DVNJS4V6INCKPOIHWZHS36BXXU/story/?outputType=amp-type
Sunspectra, el emprendimiento que crea maquillaje y protector solar a base de papaya y guayaba
Mariola Urgellés, fundadora de Sunspectra, fue destaca con el premio ‘25 Mujeres en la Ciencia’ con otras científicas de Latinoamérica por crear productos cosméticos sostenibles a base de residuos agrícolas
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Absolutely love this innovation! Using fruit discards and avoiding harmful chemicals for reefs is incredible.♻️
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It's great to see Mariola Urgellés taking a sustainable approach in developing a cosmetic product based on agricultural waste💚💚
On Tuesday, Parliament adopted the directive on the so-called “right to repair” for consumers with 584 votes in favour, 3 against and 14 abstentions. The rules clarify the obligations for manufacturers to repair goods and encourage consumers to extend a product’s lifecycle through repair. The new rules ensure that manufacturers provide timely and cost-effective repair services and inform consumers about their rights to repair. Goods repaired under the warranty will benefit from an additional one-year extension of the legal guarantee, further incentivising consumers to choose repair instead of replacement. After the legal guarantee has expired, the manufacturer is still required to repair common household products, which are technically repairable under EU law, such as washing machines, vacuum cleaners, and even smartphones. The list of product categories can be extended over time. Consumers may also borrow a device whilst theirs is being repaired or, if it cannot be fixed, opt for a refurbished unit as an alternative. https://www.europarl.europa.eu/news/en/press-room/20240419IPR20590/right-to-repair-making-repair-easier-and-more-appealing-to-consumers
Right to repair: Making repair easier and more appealing to consumers | News | European Parliament
The new rules reinforce the right to repair, aim to reduce waste and bolster the repair sector by making it easier and more cost-effective to repair goods.
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This sounds promising, but I hope it's not just talk.
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That's great news! I hope that the different EU States will then implement it
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This is a great step! Congratulations to the EU parliament
The Virtual Training Program "Learning about Sustainability in the world of Electrical and Electronic Equipment (EEE) and its Waste” is an initiative developed with the support of the Ministry of Health and the Waste Electronic Equipment Program of Latin America ( PREAL) with the aim of contributing to the development of capacities of various sectors so that they acquire basic knowledge about the impacts on the environment, health and economy of people, that result from the acquisition of EEE and the it’s Waste management. This seeks to raise awareness about the importance and opportunities that informed consumption and environmentally sound management of WEEE can generate, in addition to achieving the active involvement of the people participating in the management chain of Costa Rica. http://www.prosic.ucr.ac.cr/jornadas/programa-formativo-virtual-conociendo-sobre-sostenibilidad-en-el-mundo-de-los-aparatos
Programa Formativo Virtual "Conociendo sobre Sostenibilidad en el mundo de los Aparatos Eléctricos y Electrónicos (AEE) y sus Residuos (RAEE)" | Prosic
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This is a great initiative that will transform how locals approach electric waste management and promote sustainability
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This training program is exactly what we need to get more people on board with sustainable practices.
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With support from the Ministry of Health and PREAL, this initiative is sure to make a meaningful impact in fostering environmental awareness and action.
The regulations for the Law to Combat Plastic Pollution and Protect the Environment (Law 9786) came into force in Costa Rica this april 20th. This legislation limits the use of single-use plastics, such as bottles, straws and bags. The Law was approved at the end of 2019, but lacked regulations that would allow its implementation. Finally, the regulation was approved and will come into force at different times in the coming months. Single-use plastics were already prohibited in national parks and protected areas since 2020, but now the measure is extended. The Ministry of Health specified how and when the new provisions will be applied. https://www.nacion.com/ciencia/medio-ambiente/adios-plastico-de-un-solo-uso-estas-son-las-reglas/O7K6HHBDTRCXFDMG2GF2D377UI/story/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0BMQABHbbhCn2z6xp2BL4IHXjNwBWlArsA2CD-qRjI8B4tJUWz
¡Adiós plástico de un solo uso! Estas son las reglas en caso de pajillas, bolsas y botellas
Ministerio de Salud aclaró en qué condiciones aplica la Ley para combatir la contaminación por plástico y proteger el ambiente, así como sus excepciones.
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Plastic is one of the things that play a big part in the climate crisis and for it to have a law that burns a single use of plastic it's good news.
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I had seen this Costa Rica is doing great
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Its admirable how most countries are pulling their inch in eradicating plastic pollution
April 17th was Bat Appreciation Day. Austin Bat Refuge is giving bats a second chance through rehabilitation and release, education, and conflict resolution. For many years they have been the only Central Texas group that exclusively rehabilitates orphaned and injured bats. These tricolored bats are one of a few bat species living in the Austin area. Bats help control insect populations by eating 10-30 thousand pounds of insects nightly, which reduces the need for pesticides. They mostly eat insects like moths but have also been known to eat mosquitoes. https://www.amplifyatx.org/organizations/austin-bat-refuge
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Huge thanks to the Austin Bat Refuge for their incredible work in rehabilitating orphaned and injured bats. These little guys deserve a second chance. 👏 Keep up the great work!
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In some cultures bats are seen as bad omen.if they this spreads people from different cultures can be positive
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Wow...who would have thought that bats would be of any significance..this is quite enlightening..educating people could surely change their believes on certain creatures.
The riparian zone is the transition area between the aquatic environment and the terrestrial environment. Healthy riparian buffers with mature vegetation provide a wide range of critical ecological and water quality services. Removal of this native vegetative community and excessive mowing in these streamside areas degrades water quality and reduce wildlife habitat. By changing maintenance practices, adding “Grow Zone” buffers, and restoring natural plants along Austin’s waterways they began the process of healing urban streams and providing a greenbelt network for wildlife and future generations. https://www.austintexas.gov/department/creekside-restoration
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This is a fantastic initiative by Austin! Healthy riparian zones are crucial for the health of our waterways. They provide critical habitat for wildlife and help to improve water quality.
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riparian land shiuld be reserved we have seen this floods in 2024 how they are affecting especially those deeloped near riparian
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Congratulations to the city of Austin, It is impressive to see sustainable projects shaping the world
A greener planet is possible 🌎 This April 22nd, Starbucks Costa Rica will give a free special edition tumbler in commemoration of Earth Day with the purchase of a venti drink. Every time you presenta your reusable when purchasing your drink, you get a 10% discount. https://www.instagram.com/reel/C5_GLs3iwz_/?igsh=NmZ6ZWxvczhnam9u
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A very futuristic mug that should have been picked and adopted
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This should not be a one-time show-off, but a permanent decision. Use reusables – get a discount. Simple as that.
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This is a great approach to encourage recycling.
Having production with cleaner air is another of the challenges that the Costa Rican coffee sector presents. Mechanisms called “trees of life” are used, explained Jiménez, head of the Tropical Agricultural Research and Teaching Center (CATIE) Seed Bank. These capture air contaminated by gases, metals and biological elements. With magnetic fields and two aquatic plants, the air pollutant is broken down, heavy elements are captured and pure air is emitted. This collects greenhouse gases and cleans the air. These trees of life are located near the ovens where the coffee is roasted. This also brings controls through artificial intelligence https://www.nacion.com/tecnologia/innovaciones/productores-echan-mano-de-inteligencia-artificial/BO3X5Q65TBBRJOVCI7QWZSIFK4/story/?outputType=amp-type programs that adapt production, depending on the level of pollution of the incoming air.
Productores echan mano de inteligencia artificial para buscar café orgánico más amigable con el ambiente
Catie y Centro Avanzado de Investigación Aplicada (CAIA) trabajan con caficultores de CoopeDota para apoyar el proceso con inteligencia artificial
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I always love to see how technology improves and makes our lives better
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Technology is a major tool in enhancing Environmental changes, Environmental I can help to tackle environmental challenges in Costa Rica
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Exciting news!!These mechanisms can play a significant role in mitigating environmental issues and contribute to sustainable production..
The Department of Sustainable Development, Ocean, and Environment (DESOMA) of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Costa Rica and CEGESTI, within the framework of the Prevention of Marine Litter in the Caribbean Sea (PROMAR) project, held a session with technical experts to socialize the international legally binding instrument on plastic pollution, including ithe marine environment. This effort is being made in preparation for the Fourth Session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC-4) to be held in Ottawa, Canada from April 23 to 29, 2024; and seeks to analyze different technical perspectives on the revised draft document UNEP/PP/INC.4/3 that will be presented in that country. The topics addressed are plastic polymers, micro plastics and marine pollution, extended producer responsibility (EPR) in plastic packaging and single-use plastics, and comprehensive management of solid waste and prevention of marine debris. Read more: https://goo.su/2hURV5u
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plastics should be banned especially single use plastics.
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This is excellent we need to take action against plastic pollution for the love of human health and our environment .
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Impressive news, we need to take action against plastic pollution to safeguard our environment
The National Institute of Housing and Urban Planning of Costa Rica (INVU) launched the Guide for the integration of Disaster Risk Management and Climate Action in Local Governments Regulatory Plans, a tool that will allow communities to be better prepared for the effects of climate change and natural disasters. Days ago they shared the guide to making communities sustainable neighborhoods. We applaud the great work that INVU does, giving such positive and constant results. https://www.invu.go.cr/-/invu-impulsa-metodologia-para-mitigar-efectos-del-cambio-climatico?inheritRedirect=true
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Its good to see us taking action before things get out of hand
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Congratulations to the Costa Rica government for such commitment
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This is a great step that the Costa Rica government is taking in ensuring that we have a planet in the future before the damages are irreversible.
Ecoins celebrates 6 years of existence by climbing the ladder of the circular economy, by promoting repair before recycling, through its next and innovative project: “The Right to Repair” Ecoins is a regional program that was born in April 2018 in Costa Rica under the leadership of the company Próxima Comunicación. It seeks to promote the correct disposal of recoverable materials and promote a circular and solidarity economy through an incentive plan and public-private alliances that help accelerate the processes of cultural change. This is part of the National Circular Economy Strategy (ENEC) of Costa Rica, which the Ministry of Energy and Environment (MINAE) developed in coordinación with other instituciones and the prívate sector and with the support of the CTCN, and through which we aspire to turn Costa Rica into a leading country in circular economy, innovation and sustainability for Latin America, through a model of sustainable economic development, based on a circular and resilient productive system, and strengthened by a expert network of innovation centers in the consolidation of productive chains and circular businesses as a driver of inclusive territorial transformation. With the purpose of reintegrating into consumer culture the habit of repairing before discarding or recycling, ecoins is developing the first Central American directory with repair options, prioritizing SMEs that offer repair services. The Right to Repair is supported by the Green SMEs Initiative II, which is a tripartite effort between the Central American Bank for Economic Integration, the Government of Germany, through KfW, and the European Union, whose objective is the protection of the climate and the environment, creating and offering adequate, efficient and sustainable financial products for the SME sector with investments in renewable energy, energy efficiency and cleaner production. https://delfino.cr/2024/04/ecoins-invita-a-identificar-opciones-de-reparacion-para-su-nuevo-directorio
Ecoins invita a identificar opciones de reparación para su nuevo directorio
Se buscan personas especializadas en la reparación de calzado, costurera y talleres de reparación de todo tipo en Centroamérica.
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This is incredible.Repair is such an effective way of managing waste and promoting circular economy.How i wish such a practice spreads across the globe
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This is fantastic News, on reducing plastics by sustainable solutions
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Here's to celebrating their six years of impactful contributions and wishing them continued success in their important work ahead!
“If emissions of carbon dioxide and methane from burning of coal, oil and natural gas continue to rise or don't start a sharp decline, Stiell said it “will further entrench the gross inequalities between the world’s richest and poorest countries and communities" that are being worsened by climate change. And behind it all is money. - - - In conjunction with that push, Stiell called for “a quantum leap this year in climate finance.” He called for debt relief for the countries that need it the most, saying they are spending $400 billion (€372.5 billion) on debt financing instead of preparing for and preventing future climate change.” https://www.euronews.com/green/2024/04/11/two-years-to-save-the-world-un-climate-chief-calls-for-faster-action-and-more-finance
Two years left ‘to save the world’, UN climate chief warns
United Nations executive climate secretary Simon Stiell said he knows his warning may sound melodramatic but action over the next two years is “essential".
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The urgency of addressing climate change cannot be overstated. Without swift action and increased finance, the inequalities exacerbated by climate change will continue to widen which shows the critical need for immediate measures and substantial investment in climate resilience. This should be our top agenda
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Inspiring move!
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Money is a big part of solving this problem.
Billie Eilish published a sustainability plan for her 2024 album, with the aim of minimising her environmental impact. Vinyl copies will be pressed onto recycled or eco-vinyl, with all the packaging made from recycled materials. Eilish will also use raw, plant-based ink and and water-based dispersion varnish. Instead of shrink-wrap, the album sleeves will be 100% recycled and re-usable. https://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-68768414?utm_campaign=later-linkinbio-bbcnews&utm_content=later-42258000&utm_medium=social&utm_source=linkin.bio
Billie Eilish: Hit Me Hard and Soft album to have eco-friendly release plan
The star says she will only use recycled vinyl and BioVinyl for her new album, Hit Me Hard And Soft.
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This is the kind of innovation we need in the music industry. Hopefully other artists follow her lead
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This sounds great! Let's hope it inspires others to follow suit.
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it's amazing seeing the music industry working towards a friendly environment
🇨🇷 The country has the capacity to generate jobs in the coming years if it focuses its efforts on promoting initiatives for the recycling of materials generated daily. 🌿 These initiatives would bring not only economic benefits, but also environmental benefits since the pressure on materials that must be treated in their final disposal is reduced. ♻️ To increase recycling levels, it is essential to introduce a culture of separation of waste at the source that facilitates both its collection and the subsequent treatment of the products. 🇨🇷 If Costa Rica manages to increase its level of recycling, it would be transmitting its commitment to sustainable development internationally, while generating employment and well-being. 🌿Recycling is also an example of social responsibility and environmental care. 🇨🇷 West Coast Waste Industries Costa Rica are committed to putting the circular economy model into practice, which is why they carry out actions and activities that aim to promote reuse and recycling as well as reduce the impact on the environment and society for sustainable development, a better quality of life and in turn, grow the country's economy in times of crisis. https://youtu.be/OLBTEV0xI4c?si=n7yMpnpMCmTerHVN
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This is evident that implementing such measures will not only generates employment and economic benefits but also significantly contribute to environmental sustainability.
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Recycling does generate economic reactivation! The new plant of Metalub will be the first to be built in the La Ceiba Industrial Park in Orotina, Costa Rica. Used oil will be recycled here to generate employment opportunities, protect water sources and reduce carbon emissions. https://www.nacion.com/economia/negocios/metalub-abrio-el-primer-lubricentro-sostenible-de/GJUH6VJL7ZHHFE6EFCRLBMALAM/story/?utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=socialflow&utm_source=socialflow
Metalub abrió el primer ‘lubricentro sostenible’ de Costa Rica
La empresa nacional Metalub inauguró, el pasado viernes 19 de marzo, el primer ‘lubricentro sostenible’ de Costa Rica llamado MetaCentro, el cual se ubica en el Walmart de Escazú.
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This marks a significant step towards environmentally responsible practices in the industry. This initiative reflects a commitment to sustainability, showcasing the importance of reducing environmental impact in the production and distribution of lubricants.
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This is truly commendable.
Congratulations to CRDC GLOBAL for the official opening of its new RESIN8™ processing plant in Pedregal Corporation-Costa Rica. The plant can take up to 90 tons of hard-to-recycle plastic waste per day and turn it into RESIN8™, a concrete additive for construction. It took incredible teamwork to get the expanded plant up and running in just under a year since we began our partnership in 2021, and is another great example of what can be achieved when partners come together to collaborate. The Alliance has been supporting CRDC GLOBAL to scale its operations in Central and North America. With this effort, Costa Rica could become the first country in the world to present a solution to the problem of tragic plastics found in the environment, while considerably improving the quality of life of thousands of people in the country, in Most of them are vulnerable populations that live near rivers and coastal ecosystems. https://endplasticwaste.org/en/our-work/plastic-waste-free-communities/crdc?fbclid=IwAR0aTHCkL9JihOYCaA1P6c0XfVXaCKmzB7Ek7tTk2UWrrNFguglYJuJDljk_aem_AdIhEr9AFniz-pvtMO5ZPQAR4B9RklbCI-SVLNoxdhlXXf8RE-q
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We are helping the Center for Regenerative Design and Collaboration (CRDC Global) scale up their production plant for RESIN8 in Costa Rica and expand their footprint in North America. RESIN8 is a concrete additive made from hard-to-recycle plastic which has already been used by Habitat for Humanity to build housing in Latin America.
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Big applause to CRDC GLOBAL on their new processing plant in Costa Rica! Let's hope to see more such impactful initiatives around the globe.
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That's a great way to reuse plastic, let's hope it doesn't create micro plastic pollution in the future
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Kudos to CRDC GLOBAL for their remarkable achievement 👏. This may pave the way for other countries to follow suit in creating plastic waste-free communities.
“The 2021 Social Impact and Sustainable Development Report of Arcos Dorados highlights that in terms of the circular economy, it stands out that the company recovered more than 2 million liters of cooking oil, the vast majority of which was transformed into biodiesel”. https://www.nacion.com/brandvoice/tendencia/cambiando-un-poco-cambiamos-mucho-mcdonalds/VE2GBRPZEZCJDLHE6Q3B7RAD2Y/story/?fbclid=IwAR2EFXgeH_W2q4Sgsem7rXEe2OKSxBeo5NCfx4eMm0eFb_Bja_W2ottFBaU_aem_AdJxc
“Cambiando un poco, cambiamos mucho”: McDonald’s presentó iniciativa social y ambiental
Arcos Dorados invita a los clientes a realizar pequeñas acciones sostenibles y a sumarse a los esfuerzos que ya ellos realizan.
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This is a welcome move towards promoting sustainability and community well-being.
“Eylin Pérez Martínez, Environmental Manager of Jiménez Local Governement, pointed out that today, they use the organic waste of 7,084 people from the districts of Juan Viñas and La Victoria. Currently, approximately 43.3 tons are processed per month and 13 tons of compost are obtained. This fertilizer is used on the agricultural farms of the local high school and helps in the work of the students, who are given 50 bags. Additionally, it is donated to those in need and also sold to generate income. - - - William Aráuz Bran, Director of Environmental Management of the Santa Cruz Local Government, commented that the environmental technology park was approved in 2015, went to bidding in 2016 and under construction and operation in 2017. This park includes a sanitary landfill, a recovery center for reusable waste and an environmental education classroom. In addition, there is a composting plant being designed, a trail, a butterfly garden and a nursery with forest species.” https://www.nacion.com/ciencia/salud/comunidades-exploran-tecnicas-para-bajar-presion-a/4K4JDFOKIJEWXDR7B42N5RJVYI/story/
Comunidades exploran técnicas para bajar presión a rellenos sanitarios
Revalorizar los residuos, optimizar centros de acopio y compostaje y buscar la acción de bacterias son algunas de las opciones adoptadas.
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Hi, Kathia Aguilar Martin. Thanks for posting a climate review on our platform. However, this review should not be directed to Ministerio de Salud de Costa Rica, but to an agency in Costa Rica that is directly involved with this action, for example, Casa Presidencial Costa Rica. The idea behind our climate reviews is to make companies and organizations aware that they could (and should) do better. If enough people agree to your review, we will contact the company and ask them to join the climate dialogue. Read more here: https://www.wedonthavetime.org/our-community#guide
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It's encouraging to see efforts being made to address waste management challenges and promote sustainability in Costa Rica.
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This is a commendable mission that will help reduce greenhouse gas emissions, pollution and reduce waste in landfills
The Innovation, Climate and Biodiversity Hub seeks regional exchange for NDCs. Its digital catalog brings together Costa Rica's experiences and solutions that can be replicated to facilitate the implementation of the region's climate goals. https://www.iki-cac.org/hub-innovacion-clima-biodiversidad/acciones-climaticas-innovadoras/acciones-climaticas-innovadoras-catalogo
Soluciones y acciones climáticas
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“A new investment allows this Geocycle Costa Rica to recover up to 600 tons of materials per day to reconvert them into inputs for the manufacture of cement. This is circular economy. The waste is used again to be used in the production process. This prevents this waste from reaching the landfills. According to the company, this process will avoid the emission of more than 50,000 tons of CO2 per year. This is equivalent to the electricity consumption of 5,850 homes or avoiding the pollution of 1,515 vehicles in circulation. - - - Plasma contributes to improving waste management and the use of more efficient and environmentally friendly technologies. The National Children Hospital is the first of the medical centers that participates in a plan of the Plasma Laboratory for Fusion Energy and Applications of the Technological Institute of Costa Rica (Tec). https://www.nacion.com/el-pais/salud/industria-y-centros-hospitalarios-tambien-buscan/I2FDZMHL6RFDZMTI3LSE7PMOKM/story/?utm_source=Facebook&utm_medium=SocialFlow
Industria y centros hospitalarios también buscan opciones para tratar sus residuos
No todos los residuos que se producen son tan simples, algunos necesitan su tratamiento y disposición específica, estos son algunos ejemplos.
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ideas can be tabled to bring up the most suitable way of treating waste products
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By working together, they can contribute to a cleaner and healthier environment for everyone in Costa Rica.
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That's great! Hospital waste is a big problem
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Most people have heard about reducing emissions by switching to electric cars or replacing fossil fuel plants with renewable energy parks. But there is another clean energy technology that isn’t talked about: green hydrogen. Green hydrogen can enable sectors such as heavy-duty transport and industry to transition away from fossil fuels, where they previously could not. However, some speed bumps in the way of its adoption need to be overcome through policy and business initiatives. While most fossil fuels can be phased out through electrification and renewable electricity, there are exceptions. Certain industrial processes and modes of transport cannot be electrified and are therefore reliant on fossil fuels like natural gas. This has long been a thorn in the side of the energy transition, but a solution is emerging that can solve this issue: Green hydrogen. What is Green Hydrogen? Hydrogen is already used for a lot of industrial processes like the production of ammonia and methanol. Through a reaction called steam methane reforming, natural gas is heated to separate hydrogen and release CO2 as a byproduct. This process creates what is typically called grey hydrogen since the process relies on fossil fuels and releases CO2. In contrast, green hydrogen is produced by passing an electric current through water, separating the hydrogen while only leaving oxygen as a byproduct. If the electricity produced comes from renewable energy sources, the process is entirely fossil-free and therefore green. This hydrogen can not only replace the grey hydrogen currently used in making methanol, ammonia, and more, but it also holds a lot of renewable electricity that can be used for heavy industry and heavy-duty transportation. - Hydrogen can be combusted at temperatures of over 2000°C, making it viable for industrial processes that require higher temperatures than current electrification technology can otherwise provide, such as the production of steel and cement, two of the world’s most used products. - Since hydrogen can store a lot of energy compared to a battery of the same weight, vehicles that need to travel long distances without stopping to charge can be powered by hydrogen fuel cells. This is important for heavy-duty vehicles like trucks but also for marine transportation, two sectors that are in desperate need of clean fuels in the short term. Green hydrogen has a lot of potential, but it needs to be supported by policymakers and businesses alike. For green hydrogen to help phase out fossil fuels, deliberate efforts are needed in policymaking, infrastructure, and financial incentives. Paving the Path for Green Hydrogen: Obstacles to Overcome Green hydrogen can be used in a lot of different ways, but that doesn’t always mean it should be. While the technology to develop hydrogen through renewable electricity continues to improve, the supply of green hydrogen will be limited in the near term. Since the electrolysis process involves a significant energy loss, it should only be used when there are no other viable alternatives for electrification, such as the previously mentioned cases of steel and cement production and heavy-duty transportation. These are also the sectors that are more likely to pay the extra cost of adopting and producing green hydrogen, due to the lack of alternatives. This increased cost can be an obstacle to adoption, but it’s mitigated in multiple ways. Aside from technological innovation reducing production costs, the Inflation Reduction Act provides the 45V Hydrogen Production Tax Credit, a tax credit for clean hydrogen that is based on emission intensity. This means that the tax credit for green hydrogen can be as high as $3 per kg of hydrogen produced. Compared to the production cost of $5-6 per kg of green hydrogen, the tax credit can reduce the price by more than half, supporting the adoption of this technology significantly. If technological innovation, policy support, and demand from customers all fall into place, green hydrogen has a bright future ahead of it and can be scaled to be a crucial part of the energy transition. There are, however, some things that have to be considered to make this scale-up sustainable and beneficial for a carbon-free society. Making Sure the Hydrogen Stays Green In late 2023, the United States Treasury released a set of guidelines outlining demands that the hydrogen industry must meet to get the tax credit on hydrogen production. The main issues that the production needs to address are “three pillars” related to the electricity used to produce the hydrogen: temporal matching, incrementality, and deliverability. Temporal matching refers to the requirement to match the amount of electricity being used in hydrogen production to the amount of zero-carbon electricity being produced within a specified time period. If the energy used for hydrogen production equals the supply of zero-carbon electricity, the hydrogen can not be considered fully green. To begin with, the matching period will be annual, but due to the variance of renewable energy supply over the year, this will not necessarily mean that every kg of hydrogen will be produced using clean energy. Coal and natural gas generation will be used for hydrogen production when the wind isn’t blowing or the sun isn’t shining. Therefore, the Treasury has proposed a phase-in of hourly matching starting in 2028. All hydrogen projects, including those built before 2028, will be required to meet hourly matching requirements to be eligible for the highest-level credits from 2028 onwards. Incrementality, or additionality, requires that electricity used for green hydrogen production is new and explicitly dedicated to hydrogen production. The proposed guidance requires new renewable generation or new carbon capture and storage (CCS) installed at existing fossil fuel power plants within three years of hydrogen production, to ensure that hydrogen production does not take away clean energy that would otherwise be used for reducing emissions elsewhere. Finally, deliverability focuses on the geographic boundaries – how close hydrogen production needs to be to renewable electricity generation. The guidance requires them to be in the same region as defined by the U.S. Department of Energy’s National Transmission Needs Study, which is mapped to balancing authorities. Aside from these requirements, hydrogen molecules can easily pass through most materials due to their small size, meaning that leakage is a significant risk in hydrogen production. This is a concern because hydrogen combustion, like any combustion reaction that heats air to high temperatures, creates harmful pollutants called nitrogen oxides. These are linked to smog, acid rain, and damaging health impacts such as asthma and respiratory infections. To address these issues, more stringent environmental, health, and safety standards need to be implemented throughout green hydrogen production, storage, transportation, and use. It is also important to consider that historically, communities of color and low-income communities are disproportionately affected by the impacts of climate change and air pollution. To ensure that the hydrogen market is growing in a just and equitable way, local communities and affected workforces should be meaningfully engaged and included in the design and development of hydrogen projects. The potential for green hydrogen as an enabler in the clean energy transition is important in the short and long term if given the right conditions to scale. If you want to learn more about this potential, check out this article and this podcast episode on the WWF website.
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Wow love this looking forward
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This is massive for the fight against climate change. Let's hope this is just the first of many such plants around the world.
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Also, a new plant will be opened this year with a capacity 10 times higher than the first one.
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This is a monumental achievement in the fight against climate change.